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Summer concert series returns to Mount Gretna Tabernacle
The Mount Gretna Summer Concert series returns for another season of tributes to icons of pop, rock, country and soul.
Elvis Costello & the Imposters will perform in Lancaster this year
Singer-songwriter Elvis Costello will return to the stage to perform songs from the course of his four-decade-long music career.
Demuth Museum, Lancaster Museum of Art to change names, become unified
The Demuth Museum and the Lancaster Museum of Art have new names.
Lancaster students receive superior, perfect science fair ratings
Seven students and a graduate of Lancaster St. Mary School attended Regional Science Day at Columbus State University earlier this year. Logan Hillyard received a superior rating and will move on to the state competition with a score of 37 out of 40. He also received several awards including the PPG of Circleville Award that […]
On the emergence of provocative politics in the United States [letter]
The major trend in American politics today is the replacement of “effective politics” with “provocative politics.” Provocative politics in the American system were traditionally practiced during elections; effective politics governed
Foodies can stroll, sip and savor at these summer tasting events
It may not officially be summer yet, but with all of the outdoor events happening now that we have passed Memorial Day weekend, it might as well be.
From cryptids to new businesses, what keeps people in Columbia after 300 years
Antique clocks. Turkey Hill ice cream. The red brick and arched trusses of the Market House. Raptors flying over an expanse of river, nesting on a bridge that replaced the
On Lou Gehrig Day in baseball and the politics of medical research in 2026 [column]
“For the past two weeks you have been reading about a bad break. Yet today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth.”
Looking For Sports Gems in the Antiques Capital of the Country
Tony looks to unearth sports valuables in Lancaster County
Lancaster County public sales: May 29, 2026
Kline, Kreider & Good Auctioneers, of Brownstown, conducted a public auction of real estate May 5 for Jerry H. and Carla J. Hurst at 330 S. Reamstown Road, Ephrata. A
Lancaster Chamber honors 4 business leaders at annual dinner
At its 154th annual dinner Thursday, the Lancaster Chamber honored four people with its annual business awards.
Free \'Doing Business in Lancaster\' event set for June 4
A free panel and networking event titled "Doing Business in Lancaster" is set for June 4 at 5:30 p.m.
Lancaster Country Day School senior earns top honors in international science fair competition
For Lancaster Country Day School senior Ben Kienle, science could be his ticket to see the world.
Lancaster County reports 5 more measles cases; 17 total this year
Lancaster County once again leads the state in measles cases, as five were reported today by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, bringing the county’s total to 17 cases this year.
African American Cultural Fair returns Wednesday with a few big changes; a tribute event for Ty Gant
Reservoir Park will transform this week from a blank canvas to a cultural fair and carnival that celebrates Black and African American cultures in Lancaster.
Up for US top-10 awards: Lancaster doughnut shop, buffets, balloon rides, shopping center
Several Lancaster County businesses, from a doughnut shop to a hot-air balloon company to a shopping-and-dining "village" that's a tourist favorite, will be on the national radar as they compete
Lancaster County public sales: May 22, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate May 12 for Keith B. Roberts at 807 Pleasure Road, Lancaster. A one-bedroom cottage and
The game\'s afoot as armchair detectives mark Sherlock Holmes Day
From 221B Baker Street in central London to a cliffside waterfall in the Swiss Alps, generations of armchair detectives are celebrating International Sherlock Holmes Day. Fans on Friday honored Sir
Lancaster Country Day School senior wins Chemistry competition at prestigious international science fair
Lancaster Country Day School senior wins Chemistry competition at prestigious international science fair
A Lancaster County Day senior won top honors at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, AZ, the school announced Thursday. Kienle, who has spent his junior and senior years at the ...
Stephen Colbert\'s long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
Stephen Colbert's run on “The Late Show” ends Thursday, marking the conclusion of his on-air feud with President Donald Trump. Colbert began hosting in 2015 and often criticized Trump and
7 free events in Lancaster County for Memorial Day weekend, from a concert to a car show
Staying in Lancaster County this weekend?
GOP voters overwhelmingly pick Woods over Lindemuth in the 98th District
Lancaster County Clerk of Courts Nicky Woods will move on to the November general election in the 98th House District after winning Tuesday’s Republican primary.
Alleged unsafe conditions | Lancaster County woman suing Hershey Entertainment and Resorts
A Lancaster County woman is suing Hershey Entertainment and Resorts, claiming she was injured when a glass panel fell on her during a Hershey Bears game.
Phil Collins makes rare public appearance months after revealing devastating health issues
Phil Collins made a rare public appearance in London over the weekend with his ex-wife, Jill Collins, along with Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster. The former Genesis drummer will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November.
Sen. Dave McCormick asks Pennsylvania to embrace AI during Harrisburg luncheon
HARRISBURG — U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick wants Pennsylvania at the forefront of the artificial intelligence boom happening across the United States.
Penn State Health to hold pediatric open house in Manheim Township Wednesday
Penn State Health Children’s Lancaster Pediatric Center is holding a pediatric open house Wednesday in honor of National Emergency Medical Services Week. The event, which is free and open to
Elizabethtown High School wins best musical at Apollo Awards in Hershey; here are other winners
HERSHEY — The weather may have been pretty warm outdoors on Sunday night, but inside the Hershey Theatre, students from Elizabethtown Area High School were winning awards for something frozen.
Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case
A Spanish court has acquitted Shakira of tax fraud and ordered the government to return over 55 million euros in fines and interest. The decision, seen Monday by The Associated
Free family movie nights planned for Lancaster\'s Binns Park; here\'s what\'s showing, and when
In the spirit of celebrating America’s 250th birthday, the city of Lancaster has planned a monthly family movie night from this Friday through late September.
In Cannes standout \'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small. Foremost among them is “Fatherland,” the Cannes Film
‘Michael’ reclaims the top box office spot in its 4th weekend
The Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael,” is reclaiming the top spot in the North American box office. Studio estimates on Sunday show the film earned $26.1 million in its fourth weekend
What to know about the mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial
A New York has declared a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape case from the #MeToo-era that has gone to trial three times so far after a jury was unable to
Lancaster County public sales: May 15, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate May 7 for John and Judy Burkholder at 1361 Woodland Circle, Denver. A three-bedroom Colonial-style
Wrestler, musician shouts out Chameleon Club on local rock radio show
Chris Jericho, a professional wrestler and musician, recently talked about his experience at the Chameleon Club in Lancaster on a local morning show.
Where to find outdoor, free-to-play pianos in Lancaster County
Music practice doesn't always require owning an instrument.
3 new cases of measles reported in Lancaster County
Lancaster County has three new cases of measles, the state Department of Health announced today. Additionally, the department reported a new measles case in Berks County – the first for
Hempfield, Conestoga Valley prepped and ready for L-L League volleyball championship showdown
There are only two undefeated teams in Lancaster-Lebanon League boys volleyball circles.
9 events in Lancaster County this weekend, from ArtWalk to the Mountville Days Carnival
Whether the perfect weekend looks like trying samples of beer from local breweries or enjoying a rhubarb-themed festival, there's plenty of options in Lancaster County this weekend.
Unscripted: Met Gala one step on a journey toward viewing fashion as art [entertainment column]
Decades ago, I read a magazine essay that posited that fashion is a type of art — one you wear on your body to express yourself.
After 45 years, Susquehanna Chorale leader to take a bow [video]
In 1981, Linda Tedford met with 11 other singers for their first performance as a budding chorale. They filled the historic St. Peter’s Kierch in Middletown with harmony, performing songs
Lancaster County public sales: May 8, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate April 28 for Sarah Ann Landis at 616 Pearl St., Lancaster. A three-bedroom brick house
Shafer, Lancaster headline Polk Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held June 16, 2026.
Met Gala guests take artistic liberties with dress code
Fashion biggest night is making a statement this year with its dress code, “Fashion is art." Global Editorial Director of Vogue Anna Wintour and the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume
AP, Washington Post, Reuters and Minnesota Star Tribune among Pulitzer winners for 2025 work
The Washington Post won the Pulitzer Prize for public service for scrutinizing the Trump administration’s sweeping, choppy cuts and changes to federal agencies. The Associated Press won the 2026 Pulitzer
Pequea Valley 7th grader writes of sibling adventure in debut novel
Imagine you are a kid traveling with your big brother without your parents. The two of you are flying to Australia on an airplane that falls from the sky into
An ace and his catcher remember Cocalico baseball\'s golden era 6 decades later
They stood 60 feet, 6 inches apart, just like the old days. The mind was willing to try to recreate the magic. The body? Not so much.
Peqeua Valley 7th grader writes of sibling adventure in debut novel
Imagine you are a kid traveling with your big brother without your parents. The two of you are flying to Australia on an airplane that falls from the sky into
Still plenty on the table as L-L League boys volleyball races quickly approach finish line
After six weeks of serving and volleying, acrobatic kills and sprawling digs, the Lancaster-Lebanon League boys volleyball races will hit the finish line on Thursday.
Section titles decided, matchups almost set for opening round of L-L League softball playoffs
It’s the final week of the regular season, a season that — crossed fingers — has been largely free of weather-related interruptions.
Theater companies offer Shakespeare, Elvis, Broadway, burlesque in May
Before Memorial Day ushers in the summer season, theater companies around Lancaster County are offering a variety of plays, musicals and cabarets for all ages to enjoy this month.
Sight & Sound Theatres announces its 2027 show
Sight & Sound Theatres announced its 2027 show for its Lancaster County location and its Branson, Missouri, location.
Harvey Weinstein\'s lawyers question his accuser at his rape retrial
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers are getting their chance to query his accuser at his rape retrial. It’s the third time she has had to answer his lawyers’ questions in a New
Taylor Swift to be inducted into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame
Next year, pop superstar Taylor Swift will be inducted into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame.
Pa. House passes bill allowing PIAA to split public, private playoffs
The state House advanced legislation Wednesday that would allow the PIAA to separate public and private schools into different postseason playoff systems.
A voters guide to the 2026 primary in Lancaster County
Democratic and Republican voters in Lancaster County are preparing to select candidates for state and national offices, including state House and Senate, Pennsylvania governor and lieutenant governor and a member
8 events in Lancaster County this weekend, from MayFest to a sci-fi convention
Get out and explore Lancaster County this weekend.
Hempfield Dental Care in business under new ownership
Hempfield Dental Care is not closing, despite a Notice of Dissolution legal advertisement in LNP | LancasterOnline Friday.
Oprah Winfrey’s podcast lands at Amazon as part of multiyear deal
Oprah Winfrey's podcast is headed to Amazon. Her company, Harpo Entertainment, has signed a multiyear deal with Amazon-owned Wondery for exclusive distribution and advertising rights to "The Oprah Podcast." Starting
Race Against Racism makes annual run through Lancaster
Area runners toed the line in the YWCA’s Race Against Racism on Saturday morning. Starting in Musser Park, the 28th annual 5K trhreaded its way through the east side of
Shots fired as gunman charges toward ballroom at White House correspondents\' dinner. Trump unharmed
A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attended by President Donald Trump on Saturday night. The man charged toward the
Bird-in-Hand Stage\'s 2026 season offers family-friendly musicals, patriotic program
A couple’s anniversary adventure in an RV, confusion over letters an Amish woman writes to U.S. troops, a tribute to America’s big birthday and fighting stress at Christmas are all
Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater casts spell with 2026 season of magic and music
Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater is immersing its audiences in magic from the time they walk through the door this season.
Ventriloquist gives voice to comic characters in 2 musical shows for2026 at Bird-in-Hand Stage
Ventriloquist Ryan Bomgardner of Lititz recently opened another season of his family-friendly musical-comedy shows at Bird-in-Hand stage.
East Hempfield Twp. sauce maker plans upgrades creating 60+ jobs
Lancaster Sauce Co. has a five-year plan to double its workforce and increase production capacity at its East Hempfield Township manufacturing facility, which recently changed hands for $13.75 million.
Lancaster County public sales: April 24, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate April 14 for Derlyn M. and Dorcas M. Weaver at 27 Hahnstown Road, Ephrata. A
Trump\'s planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents\' dinner
For the first time as president, Donald Trump is planning to attend the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington this weekend. Some critics can't believe that the reporters
Lancaster County schools’ spring musicals earn Apollo Award nominations
HERSHEY — Some Lancaster County high schools, and theater programs with Lancaster County ties, have been nominated for their spring musicals in the 18th annual Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards.
What\'s the big structure outside of Lititz? Here\'s what we know
A large structure appeared in Warwick Township on Furnace Hill Road. But, what is it?
Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81
Renowned American conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas has died at 81. His spokesperson Connie Shuman says Tilson Thomas died Wednesday night. He led orchestras in Buffalo, Miami, London and
What a combined Paramount-Warner would mean
HBO Max, “Harry Potter,” “Top Gun,” CBS and CNN may all be placed the control of the upstart Paramount Skydance soon. That’s because shareholders of Warner Bros. Discovery approved an
Maggie Gyllenhaal to lead Venice Film Festival jury
Maggie Gyllenhaal is set to lead the main competition jury for the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Festival organizers announced the selection Thursday. Gyllenhaal, who directed “The Bride!” and “The
Max Bartos to perform 2 hometown shows as LAUNCH returns to Lancaster [Q&A]
The LAUNCH Music Conference and Festival uplifts emerging musicians, but it also leaves space for musicians who are returning home, too.
SDOL school board appoints new Interim Business Administrator
Board members of the School District of Lancaster unanimously voted to appoint Charles Linderman as the district's Interim Business Administrator.
Rock band ZZ Top to perform in Lancaster in September
Rock band ZZ Top will perform in Lancaster later this year, exactly one year after the last time the band performed here.
School District of Lancaster board expected to hire interim business manager as it addresses fiscal challenges
School District of Lancaster officials will recommend today that board members appoint Charles Linderman as interim business administrator as they grapple with significant financial challenges.
More track records fall, plus chatting all things spring sports in L-L Sports Podcast
Lancaster-Lebanon League spring sports continue to motor right along.
Lancaster Democratic candidates to host public town hall
Democratic legislative candidates Nancy Mannion, James Malone and Chad Gleissl will host a town hall Thursday in Manheim Borough to answer voter questions.
Cedar Crest, Octorara come through with breakout victories L-L softball
Things that make you go hmmm: Octorara 10, Annville-Cleona 8.
Manheim Township fourth grader competes in event at Augusta National Sunday before Masters
Maggie Michaels’ dream golf foursome is her father, Tom, PGA Tour professional Tommy Fleetwood and Taylor Swift.
Failure of communication is a problem in today’s politics [column]
“I came to see if words are still an effective method of communication,” Japanese writer and political activist Yukio Mishima said during a famous political debate at the University of
Meghan Trainor cancels tour, including Hershey stop
A pop star's planned stop in Hershey — along with the rest of her tour dates — have been canceled.
\'It\'s personal to me\': Bill requiring mental health awareness training for coaches passes in state House
A bill requiring mental health awareness training for school athletics staff is headed to the Pennsylvania Senate after passing in the state House on Wednesday.
\'Avengers: Doomsday\' footage, \'Mandalorian\' opening unveiled at CinemaCon
The Walt Disney Co. has staged a major presentation at CinemaCon, showcasing new footage from upcoming films. They revealed the opening of the new Star Wars movie and scenes from
Disney shows the opening of \'The Mandalorian and Grogu\' at CinemaCon
Director Jon Favreau has debuted the opening of the first Star Wars movie in seven years at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. The film, “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” opens May 22
Jonathan Groff cast in Lin-Manuel Miranda-directed musical film project
Ronks native Jonathan Groff and award-winning stage and film composer Lin-Manuel Miranda — who shared the Broadway stage in "Hamilton" — are back together again, set to work on a
WATCH: New trailer, release date announced for \'Hershey\' biopic
In a bit of sweet news — there's a new trailer for the upcoming movie, "Hershey."
Here\'s the performance schedule for Marietta\'s Cherry Blossom Benefit Music Festival
Enjoy musical acts under a stretch of 150 cherry trees in full bloom when Marietta’s Cherry Blossom Benefit Music Festival returns Saturday, April 18.
Thaddeus Stevens College to launch online small business management program
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology prides itself on integrating its students into central Pennsylvania trade and technical programs, to the point that many are working for local businesses before they
The Science Behind Spring Cleaning [Opinion]
Feeling the need to clean this spring? There’s actually a scientific reason why.
China\'s K-pop worries: The reasons why a ban on Korean entertainment has lasted a decade
BTS is back after a three-and-a-half year break, but their world tour is skipping China. This comes as no surprise, as China has blocked most South Korean entertainment since 2016.
Hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies at age 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a hip-hop pioneer, has died of prostate cancer in Pennsylvania at age 68, according to his lawyer. Known for tracks like “Planet Rock,” Bambaataa was a key figure
Buy art made by people with disabilities at ASPIE\'s auction
Jerry and Jean Buckwalter are all too familiar with the gap that exists in support services for adults with disabilities.
Twin powers activate: Kullar brothers helping Ephrata challenge in L-L League boys volleyball
Don’t look now, but Ephrata is kicking up a fuss in Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 1 boys volleyball circles.
Four L-L League, CCAC players are named to PA Sports Writers girls basketball All-State team
Four for the show.
Clicks and clacks, rhythms and beats: The tap shoe
You’ll never say you didn’t hear them coming: tap shoes, where plates are added to the soles allowing the wearer to make music with each step. They’re the required equipment
Examining why some Americans are skeptical of medical science [column]
We all owe a debt of gratitude to Drs. Pia Fenimore and Joan Thode, Lancaster pediatricians who recently authored a series of LNP | LancasterOnline columns about childhood vaccination.
Hollywood\'s narrative on UFOs and ETs reaches back many decades
Hollywood has driven how Americans envision little green men with big eyes and bigger heads. But fiction soon could be separated from — or revealed as — fact if government
Downtown Lancaster celebrates 1st First Friday of spring [photos]
Those in downtown Lancaster were able to celebrate spring's first First Friday event for 2026 this Friday. There were plenty of new exhibitions to check out, as well as concerts
Surprise! Zendaya wears something blue, after the old, new and borrowed
First she wore something old. Then new, then borrowed — and now blue. Zendaya showed up at her New York premiere for “The Drama” in a dazzling blue Schiaparelli couture